Lewis’s Holiday Home Guide

It’s the holiday season! Time to start decorating (if you haven’t already), gift shopping, speckling your home with holiday lights, the list goes on! While this time of the year is always bustling with activity and last-minute runs to the store, it does have a way of speeding on by, giving you barely any time to catch your breath.

But gone are the days of multiple trips to multiple stores as you gather everything you’ll need for the holiday season because Lewis is your one-stop shop for all of it! We are here to help you organize your holiday supplies list, giving you some time back this festive season. That’s why we have compiled the ultimate comprehensive holiday home guide to ensure your celebrations are merry and bright.

How to select your fresh cut Christmas tree and care for it

When picking out a fresh cut Christmas tree, you’ll want to consider its longevity throughout the holiday season. You want a healthy tree you feel comfortable caring for over the next couple of weeks or more. You also want to consider its size and ensure it will fit in the designated space you have for it at home.

One of the first things to look for before making your purchase is the overall health of the tree. Does it have yellowing needles? Are the branches bendy? These are things you’ll want to avoid when buying your tree.

Once you pick out your tree and bring it home, make sure to cut an inch or two off the base of the tree. In doing so, it helps the tree absorb more water. Afterward, place it in the stand and immediately fill it with water. Maintaining a steady watering routine is crucial to ensure the tree stays healthy throughout the holiday season. With the proper upkeep, your tree should last 3-4 weeks.

Purchasing, installing, and maintaining holiday lighting

When looking for the right set of outdoor or Christmas tree lighting, you’ll want to consider the quality and longevity of the lights. If it’s outdoor lighting you’re searching for, its durability and ability to withstand the elements are a must. Lewis offers plenty of options that are both reliable and brilliant and able to light up your house on even the darkest winter nights.

You should also consider the proper techniques for installing and maintaining your lighting. If you plan on hanging holiday lights on your roof, ensuring you understand the process is of the utmost importance.

First, make a plan. Ensure the length of your light strands can match the length of your roof. Next, you’ll want to purchase gutter or roof clips to hang the lights on once you attach them to the roof. Before you climb up on the roof, you’ll also want to test your lights to see if there are any broken bulbs. Once everything is good to go, you can install your lighting! Attach the clips to your gutter or roof first, then install the lights. Afterward, you can turn them on and enjoy the beautiful colors that will light up your home for the season.

Both inside and outside the home, it is essential to properly maintain your lighting to avoid breaking a fuse. Do not overdecorate, and avoid power lines when hanging lights outside your home. Use a timer so that the lights can turn off during the daytime to save energy. Practicing proper maintenance for your lighting will ensure their longevity throughout the holiday season.

Holiday entertaining essentials and party supplies

From holiday-themed napkins to decor to festive drinks, Lewis is your source for party essentials. To throw the perfect holiday party, you’ll want to emulate the feeling and nostalgia of the season. When guests walk through the doors, they should feel like they’re stepping into a winter wonderland!

If you’re hosting a dinner party, lining your table with festive dishware, napkins, and centerpieces is a must. Your dining table is one of the places in your house where you can go all-out with holiday-themed decor without overdoing it. Make sure to add a seasonal drink or two to the menu, too.

Outside of the dining room, you can decorate your living spaces with string lights or various holiday decorations and knick-knacks. Make sure to have a snack table filled with holiday cookies, drinks, and other munchies, too. Throw on a holiday playlist and light a seasonal candle, and there you go! You have orchestrated the perfect ambiance for a holiday party.

Last-minute gift ideas

It happens to the best of us. Sometimes, the holiday season, in all its chaos, causes us to forget to buy that gift for that coworker or that one cousin three times removed. Sometimes, we procrastinate holiday shopping for everyone in our circle, and now that the big day is a few sleeps away, it’s crunch time.

Not to worry, Lewis has you covered. We offer various gifts for people of all ages and lifestyles. A puzzle or game is an excellent choice for a last-minute gift as it can be enjoyed by more than the recipient. A gingerbread house is another great gift to give, as it is not only sweet but fun to assemble! For the kiddos in your family, Lewis offers a lineup of toys to choose from that make a great last-minute gift. Lastly, if you want to take a more meaningful route, you can get photos printed at Lewis and frame them to give a present that feels more personal.